My 7-pages paper "Human Universality in Ubiquitous Computing: Maslow, Where Are You?" written with HOAREAU Christian and 橋爪宏達 (HASHIZUME Hiromichi) was published at the 5th International Conference on Embedded and Ubiquitous Computing the 19 December 2008 (see post on EUC 2008).
Abstract: Too narrow, the productivity-oriented vision guiding ubiquitous computing should be replaced or enriched with humanistic aspects. We discuss the role of Maslow's hierarchy of needs in the creation and adoption of smart spaces, robots and wearable computers worldwide to provide elements for alternative visions of ubiquity. We show that current ubiquitous systems are stratified at the lowest levels of the hierarchy. Based on interviews, questionnaires and experiments, we highlight a positive correlation between the hierarchy of needs and the general public's perception and possible adoption of services. Finally, we discuss implications of these results, and notably the importance of creating humanistic frameworks, services and environments.
Publication: <http://horizons.free.fr/home/documents/publications/2008-12-19_cn_euc_maslow-ubicomp-where.pdf>
Co-author 1: HOAREAU Christian is a Ph.D. student in information science at 総合研究大学院大学 (Sokendai, Japan).
Co-author 2: 橋爪宏達 (HASHIZUME Hiromichi) obtained his Ph.D. of engineering in Japan from the electric engineering section of 東京大学 (University of Tokyo). He is currently professor at 国立情報学研究所 (National Institute of Informatics) in 東京 (Tokyo, Japan).
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20 December 2008
5th International Conference on Embedded and Ubiquitous Computing in 上海 (Shanghai, China), 17-20 December 2008
上海交通大学 (Shanghai Jiao Tong University) organized the 5th International Conference on Embedded and Ubiquitous Computing in 上海 (Shanghai, China) on 17-20 December 2008. My talk "Human Universality in Ubiquitous Computing: Maslow, Where Are You?" occurred during the Context-aware Computing session.
I was motived by a room full of researchers for my 20-minutes talk. The audience was receptive, and an attendee even said that designing meaningful services for the general public (a core aspect of my presentation) was the most important problem of the moment; a heartening comment.
Reacting to my statement that context-awareness may fail like strong artificial intelligence during the 20th century, a sharp Singaporean researcher argued about the potential of context-awareness; actually we agreed: context-awareness should prove useful but maybe not as much as initially envisioned and promised. He pertinently deplored that designers of good sensors are not involved in developing the intelligence of these sensors; I added that e.g. psychologists and sociologists could greatly help design fully integrated sensing systems.
Reacting to my statement that lack of interest in human needs hampers ubiquitous computing, another attendee indicated from experience in diabetes support that business models also lack; an element I will think about.
Finally, an attendee inquired about studies on cellular phones. I replied that I knew only one currently interesting study, which demonstrated a gap between planned and actual uses of first cell-phones. My results may similarly fail to represent requests of users when ubiquity spreads, but may suggest pertinent future services, help specialists consider neglected aspects of their work, and provide hints to designers.
Read the post "Publication #23" for details about the publication.
The conference was satisfactory, and participants were present and active; I will consider joining again in 2009 and 2010. Dining with dear Chinese friends, I missed the evening events organized by the conference committee but heard they were great.
I was motived by a room full of researchers for my 20-minutes talk. The audience was receptive, and an attendee even said that designing meaningful services for the general public (a core aspect of my presentation) was the most important problem of the moment; a heartening comment.
Reacting to my statement that context-awareness may fail like strong artificial intelligence during the 20th century, a sharp Singaporean researcher argued about the potential of context-awareness; actually we agreed: context-awareness should prove useful but maybe not as much as initially envisioned and promised. He pertinently deplored that designers of good sensors are not involved in developing the intelligence of these sensors; I added that e.g. psychologists and sociologists could greatly help design fully integrated sensing systems.
Reacting to my statement that lack of interest in human needs hampers ubiquitous computing, another attendee indicated from experience in diabetes support that business models also lack; an element I will think about.
Finally, an attendee inquired about studies on cellular phones. I replied that I knew only one currently interesting study, which demonstrated a gap between planned and actual uses of first cell-phones. My results may similarly fail to represent requests of users when ubiquity spreads, but may suggest pertinent future services, help specialists consider neglected aspects of their work, and provide hints to designers.
Read the post "Publication #23" for details about the publication.
The conference was satisfactory, and participants were present and active; I will consider joining again in 2009 and 2010. Dining with dear Chinese friends, I missed the evening events organized by the conference committee but heard they were great.
13 November 2008
Publication #22 - Age in Ubiquitous Computing: a Thin Thread
My 7-pages paper "Age in Ubiquitous Computing: a Thin Thread" written with HOAREAU Christian and 橋爪宏達 (HASHIZUME Hiromichi) was published at the 3nd International Conference on Convergence and Hybrid Information Technology the 13 November 2008 (see post on ICCIT 2008).
Abstract: Ubiquitous computing can significantly improve the general public's quality of life worldwide from birth to old age because it allows monitoring, awareness and support in many environments thanks to sensors, actuators, remote connections, and dedicated knowledge bases. However, ageing influences its usefulness and appropriateness due to growth and decline as well as changes in activities and uses of technology. We discuss potential dedicated services with smart spaces and wearable computers based on the cognitive, physical, physiological, and sensory characteristics of young people and older adults. Our main contribution is to show that existing services support few age-specific needs, and that designs miss age-appropriate techniques, taking into account the whole life span with personal, public and shared systems.
Publication: <http://horizons.free.fr/home/documents/publications/2008-11-13_kr_iccit_age-ubicomp-thread.pdf>
Co-author 1: HOAREAU Christian is a Ph.D. student in information science at 総合研究大学院大学 (Sokendai, Japan).
Co-author 2: 橋爪宏達 (HASHIZUME Hiromichi) obtained his Ph.D. of engineering in Japan from the electric engineering section of 東京大学 (University of Tokyo). He is currently professor at 国立情報学研究所 (National Institute of Informatics) in 東京 (Tokyo, Japan).
Abstract: Ubiquitous computing can significantly improve the general public's quality of life worldwide from birth to old age because it allows monitoring, awareness and support in many environments thanks to sensors, actuators, remote connections, and dedicated knowledge bases. However, ageing influences its usefulness and appropriateness due to growth and decline as well as changes in activities and uses of technology. We discuss potential dedicated services with smart spaces and wearable computers based on the cognitive, physical, physiological, and sensory characteristics of young people and older adults. Our main contribution is to show that existing services support few age-specific needs, and that designs miss age-appropriate techniques, taking into account the whole life span with personal, public and shared systems.
Publication: <http://horizons.free.fr/home/documents/publications/2008-11-13_kr_iccit_age-ubicomp-thread.pdf>
Co-author 1: HOAREAU Christian is a Ph.D. student in information science at 総合研究大学院大学 (Sokendai, Japan).
Co-author 2: 橋爪宏達 (HASHIZUME Hiromichi) obtained his Ph.D. of engineering in Japan from the electric engineering section of 東京大学 (University of Tokyo). He is currently professor at 国立情報学研究所 (National Institute of Informatics) in 東京 (Tokyo, Japan).
3nd International Conference on Convergence and Hybrid Information Technology in 부산 (Busan, South Korea), 11-13 November 2008
The Advanced Institute of Convergence Information Technology (AICIT) organized the 3nd International Conference on Convergence and Hybrid Information Technology in 부산 (Busan, South Korea) on 11-13 November 2008. My talk "Age in Ubiquitous Computing: a Thin Thread" occurred during the New Trends of Information Sciences and Services workshop, which I chaired.
I extended my 15-minutes talk as several speakers were missing, and got numerous general questions about children. Read the post "Publication #22" for details about the publication.
The conference was disappointing because most sessions featured unrelated topics and because numerous speakers were missing; I hope that the organizers will more thoroughly select and group the papers next time. As usual in South Korea, the buffets were excellent; the nearby 해운대 (Haeundae) beach was beautiful and relaxing.
I extended my 15-minutes talk as several speakers were missing, and got numerous general questions about children. Read the post "Publication #22" for details about the publication.
The conference was disappointing because most sessions featured unrelated topics and because numerous speakers were missing; I hope that the organizers will more thoroughly select and group the papers next time. As usual in South Korea, the buffets were excellent; the nearby 해운대 (Haeundae) beach was beautiful and relaxing.
29 August 2008
Publication #20 - Improving Quality of Life from Birth to Old Age with Ubiquitous Computing and Virtual Reality
My 7-pages paper "Improving Quality of Life from Birth to Old Age with Ubiquitous Computing and Virtual Reality" written with HOAREAU Christian and 橋爪宏達 (HASHIZUME Hiromichi) was published at the 2nd International Conference on Convergence and Hybrid Information Technology the 28 August 2008 (see post on ICHIT 2008).
Abstract: Virtual reality and ubiquitous computing can significantly improve the general public’s quality of life worldwide from birth to old age because they allow monitoring, awareness and support in real and digital worlds thanks to sensors, actuators, remote connections, and dedicated knowledge bases. However, age influences their usefulness and appropriateness due to growth and decline as well as changes in activities and uses of technology. Based on the cognitive, physical, physiological, and sensory characteristics of young people and older adults, we discuss dedicated systems that exploit intelligent environments, wearable computers and virtual reality. Our most significant contribution is the analysis of the potential and limits of ubiquitous computing and virtual reality to improve quality of life, taking into account all age ranges.
Publication: <http://horizons.free.fr/home/documents/publications/2008-08-28_ichit_qol-age-ubicomp-vr.pdf>
Co-author 1: HOAREAU Christian is a Ph.D. student in information science at 総合研究大学院大学 (Sokendai, Japan).
Co-author 2: 橋爪宏達 (HASHIZUME Hiromichi) obtained his Ph.D. of engineering in Japan from the electric engineering section of 東京大学 (University of Tokyo). He is currently professor at 国立情報学研究所 (National Institute of Informatics) in 東京 (Tokyo, Japan).
Abstract: Virtual reality and ubiquitous computing can significantly improve the general public’s quality of life worldwide from birth to old age because they allow monitoring, awareness and support in real and digital worlds thanks to sensors, actuators, remote connections, and dedicated knowledge bases. However, age influences their usefulness and appropriateness due to growth and decline as well as changes in activities and uses of technology. Based on the cognitive, physical, physiological, and sensory characteristics of young people and older adults, we discuss dedicated systems that exploit intelligent environments, wearable computers and virtual reality. Our most significant contribution is the analysis of the potential and limits of ubiquitous computing and virtual reality to improve quality of life, taking into account all age ranges.
Publication: <http://horizons.free.fr/home/documents/publications/2008-08-28_ichit_qol-age-ubicomp-vr.pdf>
Co-author 1: HOAREAU Christian is a Ph.D. student in information science at 総合研究大学院大学 (Sokendai, Japan).
Co-author 2: 橋爪宏達 (HASHIZUME Hiromichi) obtained his Ph.D. of engineering in Japan from the electric engineering section of 東京大学 (University of Tokyo). He is currently professor at 国立情報学研究所 (National Institute of Informatics) in 東京 (Tokyo, Japan).
2nd International Conference on Convergence and Hybrid Information Technology in 대전 (Daejeon, South Korea), 28-29 August 2008
The Security Engineering Research Center (SERC) organized the 2nd International Conference on Convergence and Hybrid Information Technology in 대전 (Daejeon, South Korea) on 28-29 August 2008. My talk "Improving Quality of Life from Birth to Old Age with Ubiquitous Computing and Virtual Reality" occurred during the Bio & Health Informatics session.
My 15-minutes talk went well but I was not asked any question at the end. Read the post "Publication #20" for details about the publication.
The conference was a bit disappointing because several speakers were missing, and the audience was not very active; I expect this to improve by 2010, when the conference should attract more diverse attendees. As usual in South Korea, the lunches and dinner were excellent.
My 15-minutes talk went well but I was not asked any question at the end. Read the post "Publication #20" for details about the publication.
The conference was a bit disappointing because several speakers were missing, and the audience was not very active; I expect this to improve by 2010, when the conference should attract more diverse attendees. As usual in South Korea, the lunches and dinner were excellent.
08 September 2007
Publication #15 - Fundamental Needs in Wearable Computing: Constraints on Features & Universal Access
My 6-pages paper "Fundamental Needs in Wearable Computing: Constraints on Features & Universal Access" written with 橋爪宏達 (HASHIZUME Hiromichi) was published at the 10th IFAC symposium on Human-Machine Systems the 4 September 2007 (see post on HMS 2007).
Abstract: The creation of wearable systems should take into account human fundamental needs and diversity as well as ecological settings but they are often neglected in favour of core functions. To guide further research and development, we present and discuss issues related to the variety and evolution of human characteristics, psycho-social needs, fashion, legal frames, interactions between technologies, and physical environments. These elements highlight critical assumptions as well as constraints imposed on the features of wearable computers, and on universal access.
Publication: <http://horizons.free.fr/home/documents/publications/2007-09-04_hms_needs-wearable-constraints-access.pdf>
Co-author: 橋爪宏達 (HASHIZUME Hiromichi) obtained his Ph.D. of engineering in Japan from the electric engineering section of 東京大学 (University of Tokyo). He is currently professor at 国立情報学研究所 (National Institute of Informatics) in 東京 (Tokyo, Japan).
Abstract: The creation of wearable systems should take into account human fundamental needs and diversity as well as ecological settings but they are often neglected in favour of core functions. To guide further research and development, we present and discuss issues related to the variety and evolution of human characteristics, psycho-social needs, fashion, legal frames, interactions between technologies, and physical environments. These elements highlight critical assumptions as well as constraints imposed on the features of wearable computers, and on universal access.
Publication: <http://horizons.free.fr/home/documents/publications/2007-09-04_hms_needs-wearable-constraints-access.pdf>
Co-author: 橋爪宏達 (HASHIZUME Hiromichi) obtained his Ph.D. of engineering in Japan from the electric engineering section of 東京大学 (University of Tokyo). He is currently professor at 国立情報学研究所 (National Institute of Informatics) in 東京 (Tokyo, Japan).
10th IFAC symposium on Human-Machine Systems in 서울 (Seoul, South Korea), 4-6 September 2007
The International Federation of Automatic Control (IFAC) successfully organized the 10th international symposium on Analysis, Design, and Evaluation of Human-Machine Systems in 서울 (Seoul, South Korea) between the 4 and 6 September 2007. My talk "Fundamental Needs in Wearable Computing: Constraints on Features & Universal Access" occurred during the first session on interface design.
My 15-minutes talk went well and I was just asked one question at the end: "Are you developing a system based on this work?". The answer was yes: we are developing a system for bonding and support within the family. This system should deepen our understanding of human needs in ubiquitous computing, and hopefully validate more strongly the work done so far. Read the post "Publication #15" for details about the publication.
The conference was well-managed every day: the talks were properly selected, most speakers were present, excellent lunches and dinners were included, and a Korean-style show with music and songs gave a charming touch to the banquet.
I met a few interesting people including a South Korean psychologist working for 웅진코웨이 (WoongJin Coway), who was interested in the implications of my research for the design of robots for the general public. We may discuss this more deeply during my next visit.
My 15-minutes talk went well and I was just asked one question at the end: "Are you developing a system based on this work?". The answer was yes: we are developing a system for bonding and support within the family. This system should deepen our understanding of human needs in ubiquitous computing, and hopefully validate more strongly the work done so far. Read the post "Publication #15" for details about the publication.
The conference was well-managed every day: the talks were properly selected, most speakers were present, excellent lunches and dinners were included, and a Korean-style show with music and songs gave a charming touch to the banquet.
I met a few interesting people including a South Korean psychologist working for 웅진코웨이 (WoongJin Coway), who was interested in the implications of my research for the design of robots for the general public. We may discuss this more deeply during my next visit.
19 April 2007
Publication #12 - Fundamental Needs in Wearable Computing: Specificities for the Third Age
My 4-pages paper "Fundamental Needs in Wearable Computing: Specificities for the Third Age" written with 橋爪宏達 (HASHIZUME Hiromichi) was published at the 9th Virtual Reality International Conference (aka Laval Virtual) the 19 April 2007.
Abstract: Older adults have specific needs reflected by their everyday activities and use of technology. We briefly present elders' cognitive, physical, and sensory characteristics, then describe their impact on fundamental needs. Based on this information, we discuss dedicated services that exploit wearable computers, and the proper design of such systems. Our most significant contribution is to provide the first overview of third age persons' specific needs in wearable computing.
Publication: <http://horizons.free.fr/home/documents/publications/2007-04-19_vric_wearable-third-age.pdf>
Co-author: 橋爪宏達 (HASHIZUME Hiromichi) obtained his Ph.D. of engineering in Japan from the electric engineering section of 東京大学 (University of Tokyo). He is currently professor at 国立情報学研究所 (National Institute of Informatics) in 東京 (Tokyo, Japan).
Abstract: Older adults have specific needs reflected by their everyday activities and use of technology. We briefly present elders' cognitive, physical, and sensory characteristics, then describe their impact on fundamental needs. Based on this information, we discuss dedicated services that exploit wearable computers, and the proper design of such systems. Our most significant contribution is to provide the first overview of third age persons' specific needs in wearable computing.
Publication: <http://horizons.free.fr/home/documents/publications/2007-04-19_vric_wearable-third-age.pdf>
Co-author: 橋爪宏達 (HASHIZUME Hiromichi) obtained his Ph.D. of engineering in Japan from the electric engineering section of 東京大学 (University of Tokyo). He is currently professor at 国立情報学研究所 (National Institute of Informatics) in 東京 (Tokyo, Japan).
28 April 2006
Publication #8 - First evaluation of enhanced jackets' potential to support first encounters with photo slideshows and emotional displays
My 10-pages paper "First evaluation of enhanced jackets' potential to support first encounters with photo slideshows and emotional displays" written with 橋爪宏達 (HASHIZUME Hiromichi) and ANDRES Frédéric was published at the 8th Virtual Reality International Conference (aka Laval Virtual) the 27 April 2006.
Abstract: We evaluate here the potential and interest of enhanced jackets to support first encounters, based on the automatic generation of photo slideshows, and on emotional displays. Based on social investigations in France and Japan in 2005, we developed a prototype and service that store personal data, process information about context and interlocutors, display photos and comments on the chest and in the back, and evaluate arousal with physiological sensors. Qualitative and quantitative evaluations demonstrate the interest of the system, the impact of first experiences with it on users, and the difficulty to design trusted emotional displays. Finally, we discuss improvements of the system, and propose three guidelines to design social wearables.
Publication: <http://horizons.free.fr/home/documents/publications/2006-04-27_fr_vric_first-eval-jacket-comm.pdf>
Co-author 1: 橋爪宏達 (HASHIZUME Hiromichi) obtained his Ph.D. of engineering in Japan from the electric engineering section of 東京大学 (University of Tokyo). He is currently professor at 国立情報学研究所 (National Institute of Informatics) in 東京 (Tokyo, Japan).
Co-author 2: ANDRES Frédéric obtained his Ph.D. of computer science in France at Université Pierre-et-Marie-Curie, Paris 6 (University Pierre and Marie Curie, PARIS 6). He is currently associate professor at 国立情報学研究所 (National Institute of Informatics) in 東京 (Tokyo, Japan).
Abstract: We evaluate here the potential and interest of enhanced jackets to support first encounters, based on the automatic generation of photo slideshows, and on emotional displays. Based on social investigations in France and Japan in 2005, we developed a prototype and service that store personal data, process information about context and interlocutors, display photos and comments on the chest and in the back, and evaluate arousal with physiological sensors. Qualitative and quantitative evaluations demonstrate the interest of the system, the impact of first experiences with it on users, and the difficulty to design trusted emotional displays. Finally, we discuss improvements of the system, and propose three guidelines to design social wearables.
Publication: <http://horizons.free.fr/home/documents/publications/2006-04-27_fr_vric_first-eval-jacket-comm.pdf>
Co-author 1: 橋爪宏達 (HASHIZUME Hiromichi) obtained his Ph.D. of engineering in Japan from the electric engineering section of 東京大学 (University of Tokyo). He is currently professor at 国立情報学研究所 (National Institute of Informatics) in 東京 (Tokyo, Japan).
Co-author 2: ANDRES Frédéric obtained his Ph.D. of computer science in France at Université Pierre-et-Marie-Curie, Paris 6 (University Pierre and Marie Curie, PARIS 6). He is currently associate professor at 国立情報学研究所 (National Institute of Informatics) in 東京 (Tokyo, Japan).
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